Thanks to you, we've created Diabeticons
We've been spending some time on the D message boards, and we couldn't help but notice some of the same slang popping up everywhere. We were inspired to create some fun, graphical expressions for you to use online.
Get Zany
Who says the D community takes everything seriously? Why not express yourself with something a bit more offbeat? "OMG! My mom got all FOPO on me." "Tomorrow is my Diaversary." "BRB...I need to clock in." Imagine being able to say all that...with an icon?
Tell us what you think
If you like the Diabeticons, this is just the beginning! Give us feedback by rating the ones you like. In the coming months, be on the lookout for more of your favorite terms that may be turned into future Diabeticons.
So get the word out and start using Diabeticons on your blog, on Facebook, when you IM with your friends, or wherever else you want.
*Reality Check and SixUntilMe are two terrific online communities where we first noticed people with diabetes using some of the terms that inspired us to create the Diabeticons.

FOPO
"People, i.e. food police, who question a PWD's diet, 'Should you be eating THAT???' "

Pump
"Computerized device used for the treatment of Diabetes, also known as Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion (CSII)."

Clocking In
"Slang for 'blood sugar reading,' 'ringing in' and 'reading at.'"

Bruised and confused
"When injection and vein meet leading to hypo and a huge bruise the next day."

I'm High
"The signs of hyperglycemia, high blood glucose levels."

Diaversary
"The anniversary of D day."

Officially Scary
"Any statistic, situation, or number that stretches the parameters of safety."

Nabs
"A preferred snack involving crackers with peanut butter used for the treatment of a low blood sugar. Name derived from the maker of the popular peanut butter crackers. Most people with diabetes learn about nabs at diabetes camp."

I'm Going Low
"The early signs of hypoglycemia, low blood glucose levels."

Type 3
"Close relative or friend of someone with diabetes, who tends to be a caregiver or involved in D management."